MH77280Z Posted February 23, 2024 Author Share #25 Posted February 23, 2024 I think we can consider this happy ending … Ended up using the old C rings. They were easily expandable and then compresses with a plier. The Walmart oil ring which I bought is an exact fit. The inner ring is pre-cut and is exact size u need. U just need to push it out from the bigger ring. Also added some light weight white grease on the inside of the pivots. IMG_9572.mov Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/68779-wiper-linkages-stuck/?page=3#findComment-662344 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MH77280Z Posted February 23, 2024 Author Share #26 Posted February 23, 2024 I think these rubber boats are priceless. Look very snuggly and seems like designed good enough to prevent water drops going inside the pivot. Probably change it every few years to keep them nice and soft. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/68779-wiper-linkages-stuck/?page=3#findComment-662345 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MH77280Z Posted February 23, 2024 Author Share #27 Posted February 23, 2024 Once u have all clean parts. It is not that hard to put back everything. Took me less than 30 mins. Need to buy new rubber inserts for the cowl top. Old ones showing precious yellow paint ☺️ 1 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/68779-wiper-linkages-stuck/?page=3#findComment-662347 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MH77280Z Posted February 23, 2024 Author Share #28 Posted February 23, 2024 Tomorrow these guys going in… 2 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/68779-wiper-linkages-stuck/?page=3#findComment-662348 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchzcarguy Posted February 23, 2024 Share #29 Posted February 23, 2024 4 hours ago, MH77280Z said: Probably change it every few years to keep them nice and soft. No need, i'm driving my 240z for 24 years now and no rubber cover.. maybe you could spray some lube in them every 5 years.. that's all it needs! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/68779-wiper-linkages-stuck/?page=3#findComment-662349 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie G Posted February 23, 2024 Share #30 Posted February 23, 2024 8 hours ago, MH77280Z said: Tomorrow these guys going in… Great job when I got to this stage those tubes were so clogged and corroded inside it took an overnight bath in WD-40 and then I actually had to boil them in water to soften whatever was inside to finally loosen it enough to blow clear hopefully yours aren't so bad 1 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/68779-wiper-linkages-stuck/?page=3#findComment-662352 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MH77280Z Posted February 23, 2024 Author Share #31 Posted February 23, 2024 (edited) 4 minutes ago, Richie G said: Great job when I got to this stage those tubes were so clogged and corroded inside it took an overnight bath in WD-40 and then I actually had to boil them in water to soften whatever was inside to finally loosen it enough to blow clear hopefully yours aren't so bad They put out a decent spray. Not a bad idea to boil them as well. Edited February 23, 2024 by MH77280Z Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/68779-wiper-linkages-stuck/?page=3#findComment-662353 Share on other sites More sharing options...
inline6 Posted February 23, 2024 Share #32 Posted February 23, 2024 (edited) 9 hours ago, MH77280Z said: I think these rubber boats are priceless. Look very snuggly and seems like designed good enough to prevent water drops going inside the pivot. Probably change it every few years to keep them nice and soft. If you use a bit of rubber silicone grease around the shaft before installing the boot, it will be a water proof seal there for many years to come. Edited February 23, 2024 by inline6 3 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/68779-wiper-linkages-stuck/?page=3#findComment-662354 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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